At the ongoing CES 2026 event, HP has refresh its gaming laptop lineup with updates that target two very different audiences. At the top end is the new HyperX OMEN MAX 16, designed for users who want maximum performance headroom, while the Victus 15 continues to serve as a accessible option with a wide range of configurations. HP also detailed the updated OMEN 16, which provides a balance between power and portability.

HyperX OMEN MAX 16 targets extreme performance

The HyperX OMEN MAX 16 is HP’s most powerful gaming laptop so far. It supports up to 300W of total platform power, a 50W and roughly 20 percent increase over the previous generation.

The system can be configured with Intel Core Ultra 200HX series processors or AMD Ryzen AI HX chips, paired with NVIDIA’s next-generation GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU. This places the MAX 16 firmly in the high-end category for sustained gaming and creator workloads.

Thermal management has been redesigned with OMEN Tempest Cooling Pro, which now adds a third fan and Fan Cleaner technology that periodically reverses airflow to reduce dust buildup. Display options include a 16-inch WQXGA OLED panel with a 240Hz refresh rate, HDR support up to 500 nits, and full DCI-P3 coverage, alongside IPS alternatives for different performance needs. HP also includes a high-polling-rate keyboard with customizable lighting and OMEN AI, which automatically tunes system and game settings to improve frame rates without manual intervention.

OMEN 16 balances power and portability

Sitting below the MAX model, the updated OMEN 16 focuses on high performance in a conventional power envelope. It supports a wide range of processors, including AMD Ryzen AI 9, AI 7, and AI 5 chips with up to 50 NPU TOPS, as well as Intel Core Ultra H-series processors and 14th-gen HX options such as the Core i9-14900HX. Graphics configurations scale up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, with support for NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync depending on platform.

The OMEN 16 offers multiple 16-inch display options, topping out at a WQXGA IPS panel with a 240Hz refresh rate, 500 nits brightness, and full sRGB coverage. Memory configurations reach up to 32GB of DDR5, while storage includes PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSDs up to 1TB. HP equips the system with HyperX-tuned audio, a 1080p FHD webcam, HDMI 2.1, USB-C with DisplayPort support, and battery options up to 83Wh with fast charging that can reach 50 percent in about 30 minutes.

Victus 15 remains the entry point

The Victus 15 continues as HP’s mainstream gaming option. It supports AMD Ryzen 8000 series and Intel 13th-gen Core processors, paired with GPUs ranging from NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 up to RTX 4060, as well as AMD Radeon RX 6550M.

The laptop features a 15.6-inch Full HD 144Hz IPS display, dual-channel memory support, PCIe Gen4 SSD storage, and DTS:X Ultra audio. Battery capacities range from 52.5Wh to 70Wh depending on configuration, keeping the Victus positioned for affordable gaming without premium extras.

Availability

HP has also confirmed availability timelines and starting prices for its updated gaming lineup. The OMEN MAX 16 Gaming Laptop is expected to launch in the coming months on HP.com, with a starting price of $1,699.99. The OMEN 16 Gaming Laptop will follow in March, starting at $1,599.99, positioning it just below the MAX model in HP’s gaming portfolio.

The refreshed Victus 15 Gaming Laptop will begin rolling out earlier, with initial availability expected in January at a starting price of $1,199.99. HP has also confirmed that an enhanced version of the Victus 15 will launch in May, though pricing for the upgraded configuration has not yet been detailed.

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